9 PhD programmes in Management Studies in Switzerland

Doctoral students in the Management and Economics (Track B) program from the University of Zurich demonstrate a systematic understanding of a field of study and mastery of the skills and methods of research associated with that field. 

The Management and Economics (Track A) program from the University of Zurich demonstrate a systematic understanding of a field of study and mastery of the skills and methods of research associated with that field. They can conceive, implement, and adapt a research process with scientific integrity. 

The PhD Programme in Management (PMA) is the largest PhD programme at the University of St. Gallen (HSG) and provides preparation for a researchbased career in academia and industry.

Obtaining a Ph.D. in Management at the University of Geneva usually takes up to five years. During this time, students write their Ph.D. thesis and collect credit points

The Management program at the University of Lausanne can open up a career in various industries. 

The Management of Technology doctoral program at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne features intensive courses in research methods and applications as well as strong supervision of the students’ own projects, together with numerous group activities such as seminars, conferences, or retreats.

Doctoral students of the Management and Economics (Track C) course from University of Zurich demonstrate a systematic understanding of a field of study and mastery of the skills and methods of research associated with that field. They can conceive, implement, and adapt a research process with scientific integrity. 

Enhance your professional expertise with this practical and research-based online doctoral programme in Management from Swiss School of Business Research, designed for executives who have already completed the MBA (or equivalent qualification) and are looking to further enhance their strategic Management knowledge in the field.

The Ph.D. programme in Organization Studies and Cultural Theory integrates the University of St. Gallen (HSG)'s core and contextual subjects in a new form of doctoral studies.